This week was again quieter than it has been for a while with only 35. Having less people in allows the volunteers more time to sit, chat and support as needed. The atmosphere was jovial, however lively at times, which had to be controlled.

Newbury Soup Kitchen has a drop in service to help rough sleepers, homeless and vulnerable in Newbury and West Berkshire set up and run by Meryl Praill and a team of dedicated volunteers.

It was a quieter session this evening, with 38 in through the door. It did seem much busier than that. There were a few comings and goings - we think many people came in for the supermarket donations, as they are always so generous...